Environmental Scientist 2

ATLAS; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an Environmental Investigation and Remediation Scientist to perform environmental site assessments and prepare technical reports, while coordinating field activities including soil and groundwater work and UST oversight. Travel to project sites is frequent.

You will join a team that supports public and private clients with sustainable environmental solutions, reporting to senior consultants and collaborating across departments.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Science Related Discipline required.
• 2-6 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with AutoCAD and GIS preferred.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and access to personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental site assessments including soil characterization and sampling, groundwater sampling, and oversight of UST activities.
• Prepare field notes and technical reports (Site Investigation, UST/LUST related reports, work plans).
• Communicate project status, findings, and recommendations to staff and senior consultants.
• Coordinate with vendors for project execution.
• Local travel 25-75% is expected; occasional out-of-state or weekend travel may be required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

HAZWOPER Certification

Valid driver’s license

Education

BA/BS in Science Related Discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're looking for an Environmental Investigation and Remediation Scientist role ready to perform environmental site assessments and prepare technical reports and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You'll assist with field coordination involving soil and groundwater work, UST oversight, vendor management, and frequent travel.

Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Environmental Site Assessments: Soil Characterization and sampling, groundwater sampling, soil gas sampling, contractor oversight, UST removal and soil excavation oversight. May be requested to assist other departments.
• Technical report preparation: Field Summary reports, Phase II Site Investigation reports, UST/LUST related reports, Site Remediation Program reports, proposals, estimates, and work plans.
• Preparation of field documents (notes, forms, photographs, figures, logs, etc.)
• Communicate project task status, schedule, findings, and recommendations to staff and senior consultants
Coordinate with various vendors for project execution
• Local travel of 25-75% is expected
• Occasional travel out-of-state or weekend work may be required from time to time

You’ll thrive here if you have

• BA/BS in Science Related Discipline
• 2 - 6 years of relevant experience
• A strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with AutoCAD and GIS program (preferred but not required)
• Professional Licenses/Certifications Preferred: OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER
• A valid driver’s license and personal vehicle

What you can expect from us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life

We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart

As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust

We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery

Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.